Citing Chauvin's abuse of authority, judge sentences ex-cop to 22.5 years
A judge Friday sentenced Derek Chauvin to 22 and a half years in prison for the murder of George Floyd. The former Minneapolis police officer’s sentence is 10 years more than what state guidelines recommend. Hennepin County District Judge Peter Cahill said in court Friday that he departed from the recommendations because of Chauvin's abuse of authority. This is the MPR News afternoon update for Friday, June 25, 2021. Hosted by Dan Gunderson. Theme music by Gary Meister.
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